SRC 2026: Explore the Arctic with Ocean Wise!
This summer, travel to the top of the world without leaving home. As part of Summer Reading Club 2026, the ORL is inviting school-age explorers to join Arctic Explorers, a…
Programs and Events
Breaking News: A Summer Reading Frenzy Is Sweeping the Okanagan!
Have you heard the news? If you’ve been listening to local radio lately, you may have caught one of the ORL’s new Summer Reading Club commercials. Since launching, the playful…
SRC 2026: Meet JAWS, Superhero of the Reef
Three hundred teeth. No bones. Ready to come face-to-face with one of the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures? This summer, the ORL’s Summer Reading Club invites families to dive beneath the…
SRC Fun: Events, Activities, Prizes, and Adventures Await!
Summer Reading Club 2026 has officially begun! And while reading is at the heart of Summer Reading Club, this summer is also packed with exciting events, creative activities, online presentations,…
ORL Maker Tour: Explore the STEM Secrets of the Sea
This summer, the ORL’s Makerspace team is hitting the road. From 6 July to 19 August, the Maker Tour will travel to every ORL branch, bringing a special Under the…
Summer Reads, Community Impact: Shop the June Friends of the Library Book Sale
Some books are destined for a second chapter. This June, the Kelowna Friends of the Library invite readers to discover pre-loved books, puzzles, and games while helping fund the programs…
Win a Kobo! Adult Summer Reading Club 2026
From beach reads and backyard page-turners to audiobooks on road trips, summer has a way of creating a little extra space for stories. The Okanagan Regional Library’s Adult Summer Reading…
Summer Reading Club 2026 Is Making Waves!
Something big is making waves at the ORL! Summer Reading Club 2026 begins June 15, and this year’s theme is Under the Sea. From glowing twilight waters to mysterious ocean…
Asian Heritage Month: Stories to Explore, Voices to Celebrate
Asian Heritage Month offers an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the many cultures, histories, and contributions of people of Asian descent in Canada. It’s also a chance to explore the…
Meet Jennifer Cooper: Stories of Strength, Sport, and Changing the Game
There’s something exciting about meeting an author, especially when their stories are full of bold ideas, big energy, and a willingness to challenge the rules. This spring, the ORL’s Youth…